Ocean Grove Neighbourhood Centre

DROP IN / YOUTH GROUPIf you are between the ages of 12 (grade 6) and 17 then this is the group for you. Come along, bring your friends and be part of the wildest activities on the Bellarine Peninsula. Pop in to the centre for a week by week activities sheet. Supervised by youth workers with sympathetic ears and the knowledge to guide and support young people through these difficult teen years. Nicki, Adam, Jess, Sam, Hannah and Sean can’t wait to see you there! OGNC does not have any political or religious affiliations in the youth program.Fridays 6pm to 9pm from 17th JulyDuring school termCost: $5.00 per week in house activities, external excursions approx. $15.00

YEAR 11 AND 12 VCE ENGLISH STUDY SUPPORTDo you need help writing essays, understanding your VCE texts, and preparing for SACs and Exams? Then drop in with your homework or classwork to the OGNC for support from 2 qualified English teachers. We can give you individual tuition or small group tuition if you prefer.Work with a friend or meet other VCE students to share your skills and ideas in a relaxed and supportive atmosphere.Tuesdays 4pm from 21st July and / orTuesdays 4pm from 18th AugustCourse Fee: $80 4x2 hour sessionsTutors: Anne Harvey + Karyn Howie

PRIMARY SCHOOL CHILDREN

CHESS FOR KIDS (7 years old and over)Always wanted to play chess? Do you know how but would like to improve your skills? Then this class is for you! Ralph, who is an experienced and keen chess player, will teach the absolute beginners through to the more experienced player.All materials supplied.Tuesday 4.00pm from 14th JulyCourse Fee: $5.00 per 1 hour sessionTutor: Ralph Wright

FOR PRESCHOOLERS

MOVE, GROOVE AND SING (0-5 Year Olds)Come along to this music and movement class which is packed full of energetic action songs, creative movement, music and activities to get your little ones moving and grooving! Come and join in the fun!Mondays 9.30am from 13th July orMondays 10.30am from 13th JulyCourse Fee: $100.00 10x40min sessionsTutor: Rachel Smith

JELLY BEAN DRAMA (3-5 YEAR OLDS)Jelly Bean Drama is a unique and educational drama-based programme that combines structured dramatic play, movement and music. It focuses on developing core social skills whilst igniting the imagination and helps children gain confidence and make sense of the world in which they live.During each session the children explore fun, new and imaginary worlds based on educational crosscurricular topics and learn to act out characters in stories and settings to create simple dramas.Typical topics are Autumn Harvest, Space and the Moon, Jack and the Beanstalk, Time, Pirates, Aesop’s Fables, Patterns, Creatures of the Rain Forest, Under the Sea, In the City and The Circus.Children receive certificates at the end of each topic or theme to show what they have learned and what skills they have achieved.Fridays: 10am from 17th JulyCourse Fee: $100 10x40min sessionsTutor: Rachael Smith

PLAYGROUP (0-5 year olds)Do you have a toddler or pre-schooler and want to participate in Playgroup without the fuss of duty rosters? Are you looking for a fun, cheap activity to do with your child and make new friends?Come along, have fun making crafts, singing songs and general play. The group is fully structured.Tuesdays 9.30am from 14th July orFridays 9.30am from 17th JulyCourse Fee: $35.00 per child for one day perweek, $50.00 per child for two days per week.Family rate: 2 children or more $55 per termone day a week or $75 for two days per weekTutor: Lisa Davis